Another solid week out here on the Kenai River.
Fish counts remain strong into late August and we're seeing solid numbers through the system.
Water is excellent visibility, occasional rain days, and the sockeye salmons are not making it easy to stay off the water.
River Conditions
River at excellent visibility.
Occasional rain conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running solid.
Best windows: early AM.
What We're Seeing
Sockeye salmons are stacking in prime holes.
Limits have been common with good technique.
Good size averaging in the mid-range.
Best fishing in the main stem.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: chartreuse or orange flies for silvers.
Presentation is key right now.
Looking Ahead
Run should continue building through next week.
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